2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 94 kg more than 2010 Audi S5.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Monterey. 2005 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Monterey | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Monterey | S5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
